St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry
URN: 140342 • Torpoint PL11 3LF
Overview
- Name
- St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry
- URN
- 140342
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ST BARNABAS CHURCH OF ENGLAND MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christine Gardiner (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01503250565
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Downderry, Torpoint PL11 3LF
Summary
St Nicolas' CofE VA School is a mixed primary academy located in Downderry, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 109 pupils and a capacity of 105. The school embraces a Christian ethos, guided by values of Friendship, Creativity, and Courage. It aims to foster a supportive environment where children are encouraged to explore their talents and engage with the world around them.
The curriculum at St Nicolas is designed to be aspirational and is tailored to the school's unique coastal setting. Emphasising outdoor learning, the school provides opportunities for children to develop resilience and self-confidence through adventurous activities. This approach not only enhances academic learning but also promotes essential life skills through regular outdoor challenges and a residential programme.
St Nicolas' community-oriented philosophy encourages collaboration and creativity, allowing children to make meaningful contributions to their local environment. The school invites parents to visit and witness the engaging learning experiences that shape their children's educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at St Nicolas is designed to be aspirational and is tailored to the school's unique coastal setting. Emphasising outdoor learning, the school provides opportunities for children to develop resilience and self-confidence through adventurous activities. This approach not only enhances academic learning but also promotes essential life skills through regular outdoor challenges and a residential programme.
St Nicolas' community-oriented philosophy encourages collaboration and creativity, allowing children to make meaningful contributions to their local environment. The school invites parents to visit and witness the engaging learning experiences that shape their children's educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Cookie Policy (other)
- 01503 250565 (other)
- Visit our Facebook page (other)
- Curriculum (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Torpoint Nursery and Infant School (72.0)
- Carbeile Junior School (62.5)
- Antony Church of England School (60.9)
- Millbrook CofE Primary School (53.9)
- Antony Church of England School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ST BARNABAS CHURCH OF ENGLAND MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 109
- Boys
- 41
- Girls
- 68
- FSM %
- 6.40
- Open date
- 2013-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 109 | 41 | 68 | 105 | 6.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 105 | 43 | 62 | 105 | 7.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 107 | 52 | 55 | 104 | 12.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 107 | 52 | 55 | 104 | 12.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 113 | 51 | 62 | 104 | 7.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 95 | 38 | 57 | 104 | 7.30 |
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